Krishna Statues from India, Nepal and Thailand
These Krishna Statues are available in a variety of metals, including, brass, bronze and copper. The love and care that goes into casting these statues will become immediately apparent when you see one up close. Whether a large or small Krishna Rupa is what you desire, you will be happy with the quality of these idols.
Krishna is beloved by millions in the Hindu world. To some, this dark blue colored deity is the God of Love, while to others, Krishna is the Supreme Being - meaning he is the Godhead, the Universe, the One the All!
Yet to those that are followers of Vishnu, Krishna is considered one of the Avatars - a form of a deity that descends to the world in order to help mankind in times of trouble. To read more about Krishna, please scroll down toward the bottom of this page, past all the statue photos.
You might be surprised to know that the name 'Krishna" actually translates as 'black' or 'dark,' which is one reason why Krishna is often portrayed in black in statues and is generally depicted in a dark blue color when it comes to painted images of this deity. Because there are many different different legends about the life of Krishna, there are many different representations of his form; from a mischievous but lovable infant, to the bold chariot driver for the warrior Arjuna, to the alluring flute-playing bachelor who charms the Gopi (milk maid) named Radha.
One of his names is Govindarajan, which is normally translated as the "Divine Herdsman." But in ancient Sanskrit, it can also be translated as "King of Light." In some Hindu sects, Krishna and the Milk Maid Radha are worshiped together as one deity. But he is also worshiped as Bala Krishna, with images of him as a small child.
Why so many different aspects and forms? Because the literary tradition about the life of Krishna is so diverse. While the Mahābhārata may be the best known book in the West relating to this deity, there are numerous other texts that also tell the tale of Lord Krishna.
Considered to be an avatar of Vishnu
Born in July of the year 3228 BCE
Believed to have killed overthrown his uncle, the evil King Kamsa
He is the hero of the Bhagavad Gita, which is translated as "The Song of The Celestial One."
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